NiMet Forecasts Upcoming Weather Patterns Across Nigeria

NiMet has forecasted sunshine and potential thunderstorms across Nigeria from Tuesday to Thursday. Specific regions may experience isolated thunderstorms at different times. The agency encourages hydration and public safety measures, while airline operators are advised to check weather reports for effective planning.

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a weather forecast predicting sunshine and cloudiness from Tuesday to Thursday across Nigeria. On Tuesday, sunny conditions coupled with patchy clouds are expected in the northern region. However, there is a possibility of isolated thunderstorms later in the day in parts of Adamawa, Kaduna, and Taraba States.

For the North Central region, NiMet anticipates sunny skies with few clouds and a slight chance of isolated thunderstorms in areas such as the Federal Capital Territory, Benue, Nasarawa, and Kogi States in the morning. In the afternoon and evening, isolated thunderstorms may occur in the Federal Capital Territory, Benue, Niger, Plateau, and Kwara States.

The South is expected to witness morning thunderstorms in Cross River and Akwa Ibom States, with further isolated thunderstorms likely later in the day in regions including Imo, Oyo, Ogun, Ondo, Edo, Abia, Anambra, Delta, Lagos, Rivers, Bayelsa, and Akwa Ibom.

On Wednesday, the forecast indicates sunny weather with a few clouds in the northern regions. Isolated thunderstorms are projected to occur later in Kebbi, Zamfara, Taraba, Bauchi, Gombe, Adamawa, and Kaduna States after a sunny morning in the North Central region.

As the day progresses, isolated thunderstorms are anticipated in various states including the Federal Capital Territory, Benue, Kwara, Niger, Kogi, Nasarawa, and Plateau. In the South, cloudy periods with sunshine and morning thunderstorms are projected over Ogun, Lagos, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Rivers, and Bayelsa, with continued chances of thunderstorms in the afternoon.

On Thursday, NiMet forecasts mostly sunny skies with some clouds in the morning across the northern region. Afternoon and evening thunderstorms are expected in Taraba, while the North Central region will continue with sunny and patchy weather.

For the South, cloudy skies are predicted with isolated thunderstorms in the morning across various states, including Cross River and Lagos. Later, more thunderstorms may occur in regions such as Ekiti, Osun, Oyo, and Ogun.

NiMet has urged citizens to maintain hydration, avoid overcrowding, and practice good hygiene. It emphasized the need for the public to stay informed about weather developments and called for precautions during peak sun hours to mitigate risks associated with high temperatures.

Airline operators are advised to consult NiMet for specific airport weather reports to facilitate effective planning in their operations. The agency encourages residents to access updates through their official website at www.nimet.gov.ng.

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency has forecasted a mix of sunny weather and thunderstorms across Nigeria from Tuesday to Thursday. Residents are urged to stay hydrated, avoid extreme sun exposure, and remain informed through official weather updates. Overall, public safety measures during potential adverse weather conditions are emphasized to mitigate health risks and ensure preparedness.

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